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cit·rus
 citrus
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- pronunciation:
- sI
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
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noun |
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citrus, citruses |
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When people talk about citrus, they are talking about types of trees grown for their juicy fruit, such as the orange, lemon, or grapefruit.
The warm climate is perfect for growing citrus, such as orange trees and lemon trees.
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adjective |
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When people talk about citrus fruits, they are talking about fruits like lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits. If people talk about citrus things, they are talking about things related to these fruits.
The drink has a nice citrus flavor and probably has both lemon and lime juice in it.Citrus trees grow very well in the soil here. |
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